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Karnataka CM clears prosecution of IAS officer in exam paper leak case
Karnataka Chief Minister has authorized criminal proceedings against suspended IAS officer Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar in connection with a KPSC examination paper leak. Gangwar allegedly misused his official position to facilitate the unauthorized distribution of question papers and answer keys.
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The Karnataka government has moved forward with prosecuting suspended IAS officer Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar following Chief Minister's sanction for legal action in the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) paper leak case. The officer faces allegations of abusing his administrative position to enable the circulation of examination materials.
According to the investigation, Gangwar allegedly orchestrated the leak of KPSC question papers and corresponding answer keys one day prior to the scheduled examination. The officer is accused of channeling the confidential materials through an intermediary identified as Basavaraj Kannale.
The case emerged as part of a broader probe into irregularities affecting the integrity of public sector recruitment examinations in Karnataka. The suspension of Gangwar from service came after preliminary investigation revealed his alleged involvement in the scheme to compromise the examination process.
The prosecution authorization marks an escalation in the case, signaling the state government's commitment to maintaining examination integrity and holding officials accountable for misconduct. The legal proceedings are expected to proceed through competent courts with further details emerging as the case develops.